“Heart and Mind: A Journey Through Dreams”
This pixel art game animation explores the subconscious world of dreams through two core entities of the human body: the heart and the brain. Inspired by Undertale and Limbo, the project introduces players to a surreal, emotionally charged environment shaped by the inner state of a sleeping human.
The story unfolds within a silhouette of a body, where the heart and brain exist as animated sprites navigating distinct regions: Heartland and Brainland. The player journeys through shifting landscapes, avoiding nightmare creatures and collecting light, which symbolizes hope and good dreams. Along the way, they encounter emotional hazards, hidden predators, and dream fragments that reflect the mind’s vulnerability during sleep.
At the core of this world is the fragile feeling of being prey. The creatures, such as the Night Fangs and the Void Warden, are born from fear and chaos, existing in a space without hierarchy or order. The light becomes a refuge, a path to survival, and a symbol of the emotional battles we face when we close our eyes.
